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Pushed Out: LA's Unhoused Women
We are exploring why domestic or intimate partner violence is the biggest reason women experience homelessness in L.A. County.
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More than 50% of unhoused women are survivors of domestic violence. -
Power over resources is another form of domestic abuse. -
Domestic violence is the leading cause of women becoming unhoused. But it's rarely included in homelessness policy. -
We reached out to local service providers for suggestions. Here are the resources they shared. If it is an emergency, call 911. -
We answer questions you may have about our approach to reporting "Pushed Out: How Domestic Violence Became The No. 1 Cause of Women's Homelessness in LA
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More On Unhoused Communities
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A City Council committee voted 3-1 to advance a proposal that — if passed by the full council — would explore ending parking requirements citywide. -
San Jose developers are pioneering a new California law that allows accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to be sold as condos, reshaping housing options statewide. -
With family shelters currently full, L.A.'s homeless services agency is crafting messaging for providers when they have to turn families away. -
The city could contract directly with providers or go through L.A. County. -
When it comes to clearing homeless encampments, California cities are governed by a patchwork of very different policies. -
Some City Council members had questions about fire safety but agreed to draft new rules on single staircases to space for apartments in mid-sized buildings. -
A slim majority said Senate Bill 79 would take away the city’s control over housing growth. Other council members said the city is failing to confront the crisis. -
The homelessness agency says it needs to reassign staff amid budget reductions -
Hydee Feldstein Soto said she wants to know if city funds helped tenants as intended. The tenant aid group says it's already complied with contract reporting requirements. -
The campaign, backed by labor unions and community groups, says allowing short term rental of second homes would generate nearly $80 million in city revenue.
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